Question
How can I adjust the height of a 10-year-old child who is slightly shorter? The child has a weak constitution and poor diet, resulting in slow growth. I’m not sure what to do.
Answer
The average height for a 0-year-old boy is 140cm, and anything below 127.6cm is considered short stature. Your child’s height of 131cm falls within the normal short range, but the lack of growth in the past six months is a cause for concern. Typically, children should grow by 5-7cm per year, but your child has not grown at all in the past six months, indicating potential growth issues. It is advisable to take your child to the hospital for a comprehensive examination immediately, including growth hormone levels and bone age assessment, to determine the cause and receive professional treatment recommendations. Short stature can be caused by various factors, including genetics, malnutrition, and endocrine problems, and requires diagnosis and treatment by a professional doctor.